Health and Safety Flashcards
What does the H&S legislation make employers do?
Provide safe equipment.
Employees know how to handle dangerous substances such as chemicals.
Employees are trained in H&S matters.
What are employers expected to do?
Ensure safe use of articles and substances.
Provide H&S training for employees.
Carry out regular fire drills.
Provide facilities for rest periods and to eat meals.
What are employees expected to do?
Take all reasonable for their own H&S and the safety of others.
Report all faults and dangers.
Undergo H&S training.
What is the H&S executive?
This is the body which is responsible for enforcing H&S legislation. (Like the H&S at work (NI) Order 1978)
What are the advantages of the H&S executive?
Reduced staff absentee rates as a result of lower injury rates.
Increased staff motivation.
Protection against negligence claims.
Disadvantages of the H&S executive?
It takes time to ensure they meet all the necessary H&S requirements.
The cost of H&S legislation Businesses in general but small businesses in particular.
How does H&S legislation increase costs?
Increased purchasing costs as firms have to buy specialist equipment or protective clothing.
Increased administration costs associated with carrying out risk assessments.
Increased labour costs as a result of having to provide specialist training and supervision.
